Horse Health Matters®
First Aid in Treating Equine Injuries
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2017 17:04
Learn the three rules for treating equine injuries and how to treat the most common wounds and fractures …
Ttouch VS Reiki - Which Is Right for Your Horse …
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 15, 2017 14:55
TTouch, massage and Reiki require that you learn to perform the technique correctly so take advantage of the books, DVDs and seminars or classes where you can …
Bot Fly - A Common Horse Pest
by Mark Sellers
April 21, 2017 13:39
Learn how bot flies not only annoy your horse, but how the larvae of bot flies invade your horse's gums and intestinal tract causing diseases and disturbances …
Selecting a Horse Waterer
by Flossie Sellers
April 26, 2017 15:06
Read about the 6 factors that affect the amount of water your horse needs daily and learn about the options available that enable you to make sure your horse …
Tip of the Day
Avoid injury when transporting horses by using a protective skull cap and shipping boots.
Barn Prep Tips For Winter
by Katie Navarra
April 28, 2017 12:22
Learn the essentials for winterizing your barn to keep your horses safe, comfortable and healthy and to avoid frustration down the road …
Common Causes of Lameness
by Flossie Sellers
May 2, 2017 13:59
What makes your horse go lame and where is the lameness located? Here are some tips that will help you answer these questions when you notice that your horse …
Buyer Beware! What's in Those Feed Products You Give Your Horse …
by EquiMed Staff
May 6, 2017 12:31
What you don't know about what you are giving your horse can harm your horse and cost you time, effort, and money that may not only be wasted, but may actually …
Postnatal Care of Your Foal
by EquiMed Staff
May 7, 2017 13:16
Finally, your new baby foal arrives. Give your newborn foal a great start in life by attending to his postnatal care. The comprehensive article helps you begin …
Essentials
Meeting the Horse's Basic Dietary Needs
by EquiMed Staff
May 3, 2017 11:17
Horses require basic nutrition elements in proper proportions and amounts. This article discuss the equine's basic dietary needs, giving you the information you …
Horse Parasite Control Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
November 8, 2018 11:24
Read about the many types of parasites that can affect your horse and learn how using the three "arms" of strategic deworming can be an answer to your parasite …
Horse Vaccination Guidelines
by EquiMed Staff
April 21, 2017 10:34
An effective equine vaccination program always begins with a discussion with your veterinarian and why the risk factors in your particular area of the country …
Do's and Don'ts of Horse First Aid
by EquiMed Staff
April 10, 2017 10:26
Minor injuries and illnesses in horses can turn into costly or catastrophic situations if not recognized and treated promptly. Read to learn the 5 principles of …
Word of the Day
Chestnut
A reddish colored horse with matching mane and tail, or a callous-like patch located on the inside of an equine's legs.
Want a Healthy Horse? Look to the Way Horses Live in the Wild …
by EquiMed Staff
April 25, 2017 13:06
Over the years, researchers have thoroughly investigated the evolution of horses and determined that the way horses live in the wild can serve as a guide for …
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absolutely necessary; extremely important.
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